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OUR PASS RATE
Teaching & Education (National Average 73.8%)
79.3%
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Child Development

This course examines areas of communication, language, play and social learning, whilst exploring the physical, mental and emotional development of the child. Formulated to cater to the needs and requirements of those engaged, or contemplating careers in child care, nursing or social care.

It will also have great appeal to the parent who is seeking to enhance his or her awareness and knowledge of child development.

Modules

The cycle of development

The growing child

The growing mind

The growth complex

The parent, child, teacher relationship

Ethical sense

For a more detailed syllabus on this course, click here

Entry Requirements

There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this course. It is available to all students, of all academic backgrounds.

All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before certification can be ordered.

*You will have access to the course for 24 months.

On successful completion of your course you will receive the learndirect Certificate of Completion of Training in Child Development.

Your course certificate will also state the number of CPD points/hours the course is eligible for.

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  • Each year around 6,000 businesses equip their staff for success with learndirect
  • learndirect have helped more than 75,000 businesses equip their employees with the skills needed to improve productivity.
  • Almost 700,000 maths and English test passes have been achieved with learndirect.
  • 300,000 people fulfilled their career ambitions last year with learndirect.
  • Over 250,000 apprentices have achieved with learndirect.

Frequently Asked Questions

Studying online child development courses gives you the flexibility to learn at your own pace, around work or family life. You’ll also gain a learndirect Certificate of Completion of Training in Child Development that’ll strengthen your CV, whether you’re aiming for a role in childcare, social care, nursing or education.
Our child development training explores communication, play, social learning and physical, mental and emotional development. You’ll study the cycle of development, the growing child and mind, the growth complex, the parent-child-teacher relationship and ethical sense.
There are no entry requirements for this child development training. Anyone can enrol, whatever their background. All you need is internet access and a computer device to study online child development courses. Course fees must be paid in full before a certificate is issued, including when using instalment plans.
This child development training typically takes around 20 guided learning hours. However, you’ll have 24 months’ access to the online child development courses, allowing you to set a study pace that fits your lifestyle. Motivated learners can complete the course quickly, but the extended access ensures you never feel rushed.
Through this child development training, you’ll gain knowledge of how children grow physically, mentally and emotionally. You’ll understand the role of language, play and relationships in development, while also learning about ethical issues and the parent-child-teacher connection. Online child development courses like this provide both theory and practical insight, preparing you for work in childcare, education or family support.
  • SALE Savings End Midnight Wednesday 30th September
  • SALE Savings End Midnight Wednesday 30th September

Child Development

This course examines areas of communication, language, play and social learning, whilst exploring the physical, mental and emotional development of the child. Formulated to cater to the needs and requirements of those engaged, or contemplating careers in child care, nursing or social care.

It will also have great appeal to the parent who is seeking to enhance his or her awareness and knowledge of child development.

Modules

The cycle of development

The growing child

The growing mind

The growth complex

The parent, child, teacher relationship

Ethical sense

For a more detailed syllabus on this course, click here

Entry Requirements

There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this course. It is available to all students, of all academic backgrounds.

All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before certification can be ordered.

*You will have access to the course for 24 months.

Qualifications

On successful completion of your course you will receive the learndirect Certificate of Completion of Training in Child Development.

Your course certificate will also state the number of CPD points/hours the course is eligible for.

View a sample of the certificate (opens in new window)

learndirect is one of the largest integrated providers of courses and qualifications, training, and employment services in the UK

  • Each year around 6,000 businesses equip their staff for success with learndirect
  • learndirect have helped more than 75,000 businesses equip their employees with the skills needed to improve productivity.
  • Almost 700,000 maths and English test passes have been achieved with learndirect.
  • 300,000 people fulfilled their career ambitions last year with learndirect.
  • Over 250,000 apprentices have achieved with learndirect.

Frequently Asked Questions

Studying online child development courses gives you the flexibility to learn at your own pace, around work or family life. You’ll also gain a learndirect Certificate of Completion of Training in Child Development that’ll strengthen your CV, whether you’re aiming for a role in childcare, social care, nursing or education.
Our child development training explores communication, play, social learning and physical, mental and emotional development. You’ll study the cycle of development, the growing child and mind, the growth complex, the parent-child-teacher relationship and ethical sense.
There are no entry requirements for this child development training. Anyone can enrol, whatever their background. All you need is internet access and a computer device to study online child development courses. Course fees must be paid in full before a certificate is issued, including when using instalment plans.
This child development training typically takes around 20 guided learning hours. However, you’ll have 24 months’ access to the online child development courses, allowing you to set a study pace that fits your lifestyle. Motivated learners can complete the course quickly, but the extended access ensures you never feel rushed.
Through this child development training, you’ll gain knowledge of how children grow physically, mentally and emotionally. You’ll understand the role of language, play and relationships in development, while also learning about ethical issues and the parent-child-teacher connection. Online child development courses like this provide both theory and practical insight, preparing you for work in childcare, education or family support.
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